Overview of Agribusiness and Its Historical Development

Flashcards covering key concepts, definitions, and historical advancements related to agribusiness.

Agribusiness encompasses all activities related to the __, processing, distribution, and marketing of agricultural products.

production

The study of economic factors affecting __ and food production is known as Agricultural Economics.

agriculture

During the Bronze Age, one major advancement was the use of __ for irrigation.

irrigation

In the Iron Age, the introduction of __ tools enhanced productivity in agriculture.

iron

The introduction of the __ revolutionized farming equipment repair during the Post-Revolution Era.

interchangeable parts

The Agricultural and Industrial Revolution marked a shift from manual labor to __.

machinery

Innovations such as the __, mechanical reapers, and gasoline-powered tractors were significant during the Agricultural and Industrial Revolution.

steam engines

Precision agriculture in the late 20th century improved __, fertilization, and yield monitoring.

plant varieties

American agriculture is one of the most efficient in the world, feeding over __ people per farmer.

150

Agribusiness emerged in the __ to handle processing, distribution, and marketing.

1970s